Tradescantia zebrina ‘Purple Passion’ - planta curgatoare cu frunzis violet

Tradescantia zebrina 'Purple Passion' is a spectacular variety of Tradescantia , highly prized for its elongated, bicolor leaves, with silver-green upper surfaces streaked with metallic purple and a completely purple-purple underside. It is a vigorous, fast-growing plant with a flowing habit, perfect for hanging pots or decorative planters.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Tradescantia zebrina 'Purple Passion'

• Common name: Bride's veil, movement, flowing plant

• Family: Commelinaceae

• Growth type: Creeping perennial plant with long, flexible shoots

• Leaves: Oval-elongated, green with silver and purple stripes, the underside is deep purple

• Flowers: Small, lilac-pink, appear occasionally, but the ornamental value is given by the foliage

🌞 Growing conditions:

• Light: Bright, filtered light; in partial shade the colors remain intense, but growth is slower. Strong direct sun can burn the leaves

• Soil: Loose, well-drained, based on peat and perlite

• Watering: Moderate; allow the substrate to dry slightly between waterings

• Optimum temperature: 18–26°C; does not tolerate temperatures below 12°C

• Humidity: Normal to moderate; easily adapts indoors

✨ Advantages and uses:

• Spectacular, multi-colored foliage, decorative all year round

• Fast growth and flowing habit, ideal for hanging pots

• Easy to propagate by cuttings, suitable for beginners

• Modern and exotic accent in any interior space

To maintain dense foliage and intense colors, it is recommended to periodically trim the tops and replant every few years.

⚠️ Note: The leaves of Tradescantia zebrina 'Purple Passion' are sensitive and may show minor imperfections (dry edges, spots or discoloration), especially during transport or when environmental conditions change. These aspects are only aesthetic and do not affect the viability of the plant. The stems of this plant are very fragile and can easily break during transport.
Height with pot included 10 cm

The decorative vase is not included in the price.